383 observationsVulnerable
Banded Day Gecko
Phelsuma standingi
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Gekkonidae ›Genus: Phelsuma
About
Standing's day gecko (Phelsuma standingi) is an arboreal and diurnal species of gecko. The species is endemic to southwest Madagascar; it is threatened by illegal collection for the international pet trade and habitat loss. It is among the largest living species of day geckos. Standing's day gecko feeds on insects and nectar.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Banded Day Gecko is Phelsuma standingi.
- The Banded Day Gecko has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the class Reptilia.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the order Squamata.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the family Gekkonidae.
- Banded Day Gecko belongs to the genus Phelsuma.